SOMFY ELIXO 500 3S RTS Sliding Gate Motor

Product Overview

SOMFY ELIXO 500 3S RTS is a sliding gate motor designed for residential sliding gates up to 500 kg in Abu Dhabi. It is suitable for homes, villas, and small shared entrances where reliable RTS radio control, safe operation, and smooth gate movement are required. Official Somfy technical data confirms 230V power supply, IP44 protection, RTS 433.42 MHz radio frequency, 40 memorisable channels, and operation for up to 30 manoeuvres per day. The system supports safety inputs, partial opening control, automatic closing, gradual starting, and backup battery compatibility when required.

Key Features and Technical Specifications

• Brand: SOMFY
• Product model: ELIXO 500 3S RTS
• Product type: Sliding gate motor / motorisation
• Application: Sliding gates
• Maximum gate weight: 500 kg
• Daily operation capacity: 30 manoeuvres per day
• Power supply: 230V – 50 Hz
• Motor type: 24V version
• Rated power: 7.5 W standby operation; 600 W with 500 W remote lighting
• Programming interface: 7 buttons with 3-character LCD screen
• Somfy radio frequency: RTS 433.42 MHz
• Number of memorisable channels: 40
• Climatic operating conditions: -20°C to +60°C
• Protection class: IP44
• Safety input compatibility: TX/RX photoelectric cells, Bus cells, Reflex photocell
• Wired control input: Dry contact NO
• Remote lighting output: 230V – 500 W
• Orange light output: 24V – 15 W with integrated flashing management
• Accessories supply output: 24V – 1.2 A maximum
• Backup battery input: Compatible with 9.6V battery pack and 24V battery
• Partial opening control: Yes
• Gradual starting: Yes
• Opening speed: Programmable, 10 possible values
• Closing speed: Programmable, 10 possible values
• Diagnostics: Cycle counter, obstacle detection data, memorised radio channels, and last 10 stored faults
• Made in Italy: Yes

Use Cases

• Residential sliding gates
• Villa entrance gates
• Small collective entrances
• Private parking entrances
• Home access control systems
• Sliding gates requiring RTS radio control
• Gate automation where photocells and warning light safety accessories are required

Compatibility and Installation Notes

The SOMFY ELIXO 500 3S RTS is compatible with sliding gates up to 500 kg when the guide rail is straight and horizontal, the wheels support the gate correctly, the gate moves freely, and open/close ground stops are installed. Safety accessories such as photocells, orange flashing light, correct control settings, and obstacle detection testing should be included for safe operation. Professional installation is recommended because Somfy specifies that this motorisation must be installed and adjusted by a professional motorisation and home automation installer. For official operating and safety guidance, refer to the Somfy user manual.

Packing Includes

• 1 x SOMFY ELIXO 500 3S RTS motor
• 2 x Keytis 2 remote controls
• 1 x Orange flashing light
• 1 x Pair of photocells
• 4 x Nylon rack, 1 metre each
• 1 x Push button

Why Buy from POWERgate Abu Dhabi

POWERgate Abu Dhabi supplies SOMFY sliding gate automation products with local support, product guidance, and installation-focused assistance for Abu Dhabi customers. We help buyers choose the correct motor, accessories, and safety setup for reliable gate automation.

Buy SOMFY ELIXO 500 today from POWERgate Abu Dhabi. Call/WhatsApp: +971 50 884 4933 or email us: sales@powergatead.com.